, we are more than just a partner for food innovation. As part of the global
Ingredion family
, our team develops innovative plant-based, sustainable and clean-label ingredient solutions that drive the next generation of food concepts.
We combine creativity with scientific expertise to deliver tailor-made solutions that balance taste, health and responsibility. Together, we are shaping the future of food in Europe and beyond.
Location: Luebeck
Workplace type: On-Site
KaTech is looking for a motivated Technologist for its Dairy Section! Reach out if you have a proven record in New Product Development for the Dairy Industry!
As a Technologist you will be responsible for developing innovative and high-quality products in the dairy and non-dairy sectors, focusing on the UK market. This role involves advancing technical and raw material knowledge, executing development projects in the pilot plant, customer presentations and up-scaling from idea creation to large production trials.
This role reports to the Team Lead Dairy
What you will do:
Implement corporate strategy in the development area as per the Development Manager's requirements
Develop new products (me-too and innovation) and technologies in the dairy/non-dairy sector, focusing on the UK market
Advance technical and raw material knowledge in the dairy/non-dairy sector Execute cost re-engineering projects in collaboration with sales and procurement for existing customers and internal projects
Manage development projects in the dairy sector, coordinating with sales on priorities for the UK sales area
Provide technical support and advice to customers and prospects
Ensure documentation of all development activities, including projects, recipes, results, and stabilization systems in the dairy/non-dairy sector
Maintain constant communication between the Development Center in the UK and Germany
Plan and coordinate training programs at the Development Center UK
Support quality control by checking the functionality of stabilization systems
What you will bring:
Degree in Food Engineering or other Food related science discipline with focus on dairy
Proven practical experience (minimum 2 years) in developing new dairy products
Excellent understanding of food technology, industrial food processes, and interactions between different food ingredients or ingredient systems
Minimum 2 years of professional experience in food technology
Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Proven hands-on experience of running projects in a pilot plant environment
Ability to travel approximately 25%, mainly between the UK and Germany
Who you are:
Strong interpersonal skills internally as well as externally
Curiosity to trial and develop new solutions
Willingness to put customer focus first on the agenda
Agile with a solution driven mindset
Why Join KaTech Ingredient Solutions?
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